Russia roads

Russias abysmal road infrastructure offers a reminder of all the things left undone during the nation's economic boom. Outside the major cities, the roads are narrow and potholed; in some places, they are simply unpaved.

Russias abysmal road infrastructure offers a reminder of all the things left undone during the nation's economic boom. Outside the major cities, the roads are narrow and potholed; in some places, they are simply unpaved. (Sergei L. Loiko / Los Angeles Times)

Russias abysmal road infrastructure offers a reminder of all the things left undone during the nation's economic boom. Outside the major cities, the roads are narrow and potholed; in some places, they are simply unpaved.Sergei L. Loiko / Los Angeles Times